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Australian Girl Killed in Pakistan Holiday Shootout
15 Jun
Summary
- An Australian girl died after a police shootout during a family holiday.
- Authorities in Pakistan are investigating the fatal incident.
- Australian PM urges transparency in the ongoing investigation.
A nine-year-old Australian girl, Hania Ahmed, lost her life in Pakistan while on holiday with her family. The incident unfolded on June 10 in Chakwal, Punjab, when armed individuals held the family at gunpoint inside their rental vehicle. A subsequent shootout with police tragically resulted in Hania's death and injured her father and older brother.
Authorities stated the officer fired after the suspects allegedly shot at him, though the girl's father claims police fired first. The involved officer is in custody. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has publicly urged Pakistani authorities to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the girl's death.
The event has caused shock in both Australia and Pakistan. Hania was remembered by her Perth school principal as a friendly and respected student. The Australian government is providing consular assistance to the grieving family.
